Japan-based stars to bolster Boks
Springbok players at Japanese clubs will be available for the Test against England at Twickenham on 26 November.
Simon Borchardt
Ex-Bok in line for top SA Rugby job
Former Springbok loose forward Thando Manana is in strong contention to become one of SA Rugby’s two new CEOs.
USA back Brache for Cheetahs clash
Marcel Brache will start at fullback for the Gary Gold-coached USA Falcons against the Cheetahs in Bloemfontein on Friday.
Roberts: URC a perfect fit for SA teams
Former Wales and Stormers centre Jamie Roberts says SA teams have adapted to northern-hemisphere conditions and are in their element in the Vodacom United Rugby Championship.
Delport: SA Rugby don’t give a s**t
Paul Delport has slammed SA Rugby for failing to invest in its women’s programme.
Kitshoff signs for European club
Springbok prop Steven Kitshoff is reportedly set to leave the DHL Stormers and head overseas.
Libbok to get the nod for Bok tour
Flyhalves Manie Libbok and Gianni Lombard are set to play for South Africa A on the end-of-year tour.
Rassie set to make stadium return
Rassie Erasmus will be at the Aviva Stadium in Dublin on 5 November for the Springboks’ first match of their end-of-year tour against Ireland.
Japanese club ‘gatvol’ of Jantjies
Elton Jantjies will reportedly have to leave his Japanese club, Urayasu D-Rocks, at the end of the year.
Springboks falling short of greatness
The world champions’ inconsistency warrants criticism, writes SIMON BORCHARDT.
